W67 ICD-10-CM Code: Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
W67Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where W67 sits
- 1
Chapter 20
External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99)
- 2
Section
Accidents (V00-X58)
- 3
Category W67
Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
- 4
Code W67
Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool
More specific choices
Codes under W67
W67 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for W67.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for W67.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for W67.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into swimming pool (W16.011, W16.021, W16.031)
- accidental drowning and submersion due to striking into wall of swimming pool (W22.041)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for W67.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code W67 mean?
W67 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool.”
Is W67 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. W67 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is W67 located in ICD-10-CM?
W67 is listed in Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V00-Y99), within Accidents (V00-X58) (V00–X58), under category W67, Accidental drowning and submersion while in swimming-pool.
What coding notes are listed for W67?
No inclusion terms are listed for W67 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: accidental drowning and submersion due to fall into swimming pool (W16.011, W16.021, W16.031); accidental drowning and submersion due to striking into wall of swimming pool (W22.041). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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